NBA Betting Preview: Pistons vs Magic
The Detroit Pistons take the floor against the Orlando Magic in this NBA contest. Our betting preview features expert NBA predictions, betting tips, the latest odds, H2H stats, player stats, team news and confirmed starting lineups.
Pistons Set to Outperform Magic
There’s an attractive line of -3 when it comes to the Pistons in their clash against the Magic. The -110 that the favorites cover the spread has lots of juice and our prediction is it will happen.
Magic H2H Record Includes 7 Wins in 10
Detroit Pistons have triumphed in their previous three games. The latest was on the road where Philadelphia 76ers were beaten 116-93 at Xfinity Mobile Arena. Tobias Harris poured in 19 points, with Jalen Duren contributing 16 and Daniss Jenkins adding 16.
Orlando Magic have triumphed in back-to-back games. The latest of these was on the road where New Orleans Pelicans were beaten 112-108 at Smoothie King Center. Desmond Bane recorded 27 points, Paolo Banchero racked up 23 points and 16 rebounds, while Wendell Carter Jr. had 13 points.
Head-to-Head Statistics
The Pistons won the most recent matchup between these teams. A 106-92 victory was registered against the Magic at Kia Center. The Magic have won seven of the past 10 games that these teams have played.
Pistons
57
22
0.722
117.3
109.6
7.7
31-9
26-13
10-4
36-13
7-3
1L
Magic
43
36
0.544
115.5
115.2
0.3
25-16
18-20
9-8
25-25
5-5
3W
Detroit Pistons – Last 10 Games
The Pistons have 8 wins and 2 losses in the past 10 games. They are averaging 117.8 points, 44.1 rebounds, 31.2 assists, 10.3 steals and 6.0 blocks while shooting 49.9% from the field and 76.6% from the free-throw line. The opposition average 106.2 points and 39.2 rebounds per contest.
Jalen Duren is averaging 20.2 points and 9.5 rebounds, Daniss Jenkins 7.7 assists and Duncan Robinson 2.8 (47.5%) 3-pointers.
Orlando Magic – Last 10 Games
The Magic have won 4 and lost 6 of their last 10 contests. Averaging 114.6 points, 40.3 rebounds, 26.4 assists, 7.3 steals and 2.4 blocks per game while shooting 45.9% from the field and 83.4% from the free-throw line. Their opponents have averaged 123.1 points and 41.1 rebounds.
Paolo Banchero is averaging 21.3 points, 7.2 rebounds and 5.6 assists, while Desmond Bane has an average of 2.1 (38.9%) 3-pointers made.
Confirmed Starting Lineups
Detroit Pistons lineup: Jalen Duren, Paul Reed, Ausar Thompson, Daniss Jenkins, Kevin Huerter.
Orlando Magic lineup: Desmond Bane, Jalen Suggs, Paolo Banchero, Tristan da Silva, Wendell Carter Jr..
Detroit Pistons vs Orlando Magic Prediction & Picks
We dive into the top Detroit Pistons vs Orlando Magic betting angles, including our main match prediction, correct score play, standout player prop picks and a bet builder tailored for value.
Game Prediction
Don’t miss out on the chance to side with Pistons at -3 on the spread. On the face of it, this seems a more than generous betting line and -110 can be backed.
The NBA handicappers at Sportsgambler.com stay on top of injuries and team form that could impact the outcome. We also leave no stone unturned when analyzing the latest stats to support every prediction.
Key Pistons vs Magic stats:
The -3 line has been covered by Pistons in 4 of their last 5 games.The -3 line has been covered by Pistons in 8 of their last 10 games.The -3 line has been covered by Pistons in 3 consecutive games.Pistons -3 Probability
Based on the latest odds from the top betting apps, our pick has a 52.4% chance of winning. Taking all factors into consideration, our cappers think there’s a stronger chance of success and have a probability interval between 55-60%. This is why we can recommend this bet.
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Player Prop Picks
Paolo Banchero (Magic) has totaled an average of 14.4 points in the past 5 games. This gives us confidence that he might not cover the line and you can wager on Player Points at betting odds of -104.
Latest Paolo Banchero Player Prop Odds
Daniss Jenkins (Pistons) has finished with Over 3.5 rebounds in 5 straight games. There is odds of -147 available when it comes to this Player Rebounds bet and we think he’ll cover the line.
Latest Daniss Jenkins Player Prop Odds
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Correct Score Prediction
There’s the chance to bet on the Pistons in lots of different ways and this includes predicting the correct winning score. We’ll go for a 119-112 victory in their favor.
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Detroit Pistons vs Orlando Magic Odds
The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.
Pistons Trading at Shorter Odds Than Magic
With the sportsbooks giving them a 55% probability of winning this NBA game, Detroit Pistons might be a popular parlay pick. That is reflected in their -122 Moneyline betting odds. The market suggests that Orlando Magic are least likely to win at +104.
The spread currently stands at 1.5 and the total points line is 222.5. The beauty of the Totals is that you only have to choose from one of two options. If you want to back Over 222.5, it’s -112.
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Betting Lines & Odds
Moneyline
Point Spread
Total Points
Paolo Banchero Favorite to Get the Most Buckets
In terms of hitting the most buckets, favorite Paolo Banchero is available at -105 to rack up Over 23.5 points. If you want to go Under, then -130 is available.
Player Points
Paolo Banchero (Magic)
Jalen Duren (Pistons)
Desmond Bane (Magic)
Daniss Jenkins (Pistons)
Player Assists
Daniss Jenkins (Pistons)
Jalen Suggs (Magic)
Paolo Banchero (Magic)
Desmond Bane (Magic)
Player Rebounds
Jalen Duren (Pistons)
Paolo Banchero (Magic)
Wendell Carter Jr (Magic)
Ausar Thompson (Pistons)
Micro Betting
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Kia Center
Magic Have Collected Six Wins From Last Ten at Home
The Magic own a 6-4 mark in their past 10 home games, scoring 118.00 points per contest and conceding 118.00.
The Pistons have five wins and five losses in the last 10 games away from home, putting up 115.30 points per contest and giving up 108.00.
The Pistons earned a 106-92 win against the Magic in the teams’ last meeting at Kia Center. Across 10 head-to-head clashes at Kia Center, the Magic have posted seven victories, while the Pistons have managed three.
Orlando Magic Home Stats
6-4
236.00
118.00
118.00
8
2
Detroit Pistons Away Stats
5-5
223.30
115.30
108.00
5
5
W-L = Wins-Losses
P = Avg. Points
PF = Avg. Points For
PA = Avg. Points Against
O225.5 = Games Over 225.5 Points
U225.5 = Games Under 225.5 Points
Team Stats
Latest regular season and playoff games stats.
Detroit Pistons Stats
Orlando Magic Stats
8 wins and 2 defeats in the last 10 games
5 wins and 5 defeats in the last 10 games on the road
4 wins and 6 defeats in the last 10 games
6 wins and 4 defeats in the last 10 home games
-3 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 8 of the last 10 games
-3 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the spread in 5 of the last 10 games on the road
+3 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 6 of the last 10 games
+3 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the spread in 8 of the last 10 home games
Game Totals: An average of 224.00 pts in the previous 10 games
Game Totals on the Road: An average of 223.30 pts in the previous 10 games on the road
Over 225.5: Covered in 3 of the previous 10 games
Over 225.5 on the Road: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 games on the road
Team Totals: Have scored an average of 117.80 pts and allowed 106.20 pts in the last 10 games
Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 115.30 pts and allowed 108.00 pts in the last 10 games on the road
Game Totals: An average of 237.70 pts in the previous 10 games
Game Totals at Home: An average of 236.00 pts in the previous 10 home games
Over 225.5: Covered in 8 of the previous 10 games
Over 225.5 at Home: Covered in 8 of the previous 10 home games
Team Totals: Have scored an average of 114.60 pts and allowed 123.10 pts in the last 10 games
Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 118.00 pts and allowed 118.00 pts in the last 10 home games
Last 10 Games
2-Pointers Made: 33.20 (55%)
3-Pointers Made: 10.90 (39%)
Free Throws Made: 18.70 (76.64%)
Rebounds: Total 44.1, Offensive 11.60, Defensive 32.50
Assists: 31.20
Blocks: 6.00
Steals: 10.30
Turnovers : 14.10
Personal Fouls: 20.30
Last 10 Games on the Road
2-Pointers Made: 30.50 (53%)
3-Pointers Made: 11.50 (38%)
Free Throws Made: 19.80 (75.29%)
Rebounds: Total 45.5, Offensive 13.40, Defensive 32.10
Assists: 28.80
Blocks: 6.40
Steals: 9.00
Turnovers : 12.30
Personal Fouls: 22.30
Last 10 Games
2-Pointers Made: 28.20 (55%)
3-Pointers Made: 11.00 (33%)
Free Throws Made: 25.20 (83.44%)
Rebounds: Total 40.3, Offensive 10.20, Defensive 30.10
Assists: 26.40
Blocks: 2.40
Steals: 7.30
Turnovers : 16.20
Personal Fouls: 22.60
Last 10 Home Games
2-Pointers Made: 28.90 (55%)
3-Pointers Made: 11.90 (35%)
Free Throws Made: 24.50 (83.05%)
Rebounds: Total 41.7, Offensive 9.10, Defensive 32.60
Assists: 27.50
Blocks: 3.00
Steals: 7.50
Turnovers : 13.40
Personal Fouls: 21.90
Expert Analysis by Kyrone Jones
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